The rugby star and Olympic bronze medalist recently revealed to BBC Sport that she’s “been approached before by the WWE ,” adding that if she joined the wrestling entertainment company, her ring name would be “Maher-vellous.”

Rugby star Ilona Maher revealed that WWE has approached her to join the league, and jokes she could be a 'hot assassin' as an actor in an interview on Thursday, Aug. 21.

Ilona Maher may be ready to take her career in a completely new direction. After becoming a fan-favorite competitor in the 2024 Paris Olympics, Maher went on to win over viewers on Season 33 of Dancing with the Stars and appeared in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit edition. Now, Maher is contemplating her next move.

Rugby's biggest star is in England for the Women's World Cup. She talks online fame, being offered a deal by WWE and using her platform for the greater good

Ilona Maher — one of the breakout stars of the 2024 Olympics — says she has been approached about a potential pro wrestling career.